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| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | PM983 |
| Capacity | 960 GB |
| Usage Class | Read Intensive |
| Host Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 8 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | M.2 (22110) |
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| NAND Flash | Samsung V-NAND 3-bit TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1.3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 2266 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 3000 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 1100 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 440000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 44000 |
| Average Latency | 85 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ1LB960HAJQ |
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Compared with the earlier MZ1LB960HAJQ, the MZ1LB960HAJQ-000MV is the later PM983 production revision, giving OEMs a more tightly qualified, deployment-stable build while retaining the proven 1.3 DWPD and 2,266 TBW endurance profile for long-life datacenter use. Its standout value in the 960 GB class is the combination of Samsung V-NAND TLC efficiency with 3,000 MB/s read throughput and 440,000 random-read IOPS, making it a stronger fit than many same-generation drives for read-heavy virtualization, boot-from-SAN, and scale-out cloud storage nodes where predictable endurance matters more than peak write speed.
With an endurance rating of 2,266 TBW and 1.3 DWPD, the MZ1LB960HAJQ-000MV is designed to comfortably handle sustained enterprise write workloads over its service life. In typical server or system-disk use, this level of endurance means it can operate reliably for many years without endurance becoming a practical concern. The drive also includes power loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of corruption and unplanned downtime. Its enterprise-class UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million hour MTBF, indicates a very low probability of uncorrectable read errors and strong long-term operational reliability for business-critical environments.
1. The PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface, paired with strong sequential read performance, enables fast dataset staging, VM boot, and backup recovery in bandwidth-intensive enterprise platforms.
2. Its high random read capability supports dense virtualization, metadata-heavy databases, and read-centric analytics workloads with consistently responsive access under concurrency.
3. With an endurance rating of 1.3 DWPD, it is well suited for mixed-use enterprise deployments that require dependable daily rewrite capacity without moving into higher-cost write-intensive tiers.
4. Samsung V-NAND 3-bit TLC balances capacity, power efficiency, and cost, making it a practical fit for scale-out servers and mainstream data center storage pools.
5. The low typical latency helps reduce tail-response delays, improving application responsiveness in transactional systems, VDI environments, and real-time service delivery.
Lower capacity: 800 GB Higher capacity: 1.92 TB The 960 GB model sits in the sweet spot of the series. Compared with the 800 GB version, it gives noticeably more headroom for OS images, application binaries, logs, and short-term data growth, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure. Compared with the 1.92 TB option, it delivers a more balanced acquisition cost while keeping essentially the same enterprise-grade sequential throughput and random IOPS profile. This makes it a strong fit for mid-scale deployments, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 40–60 virtual machines or several busy database instances.
Q: Is MZ1LB960HAJQ-000MV suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes, it is suitable for moderately write-heavy database workloads. With 1.3 DWPD, 2266 TBW, PCIe 3.0 x4, and PLP, it offers solid endurance, performance, and data protection for enterprise use.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1.3 DWPD, meaning it can handle about 1.3 full 960 GB drive writes per day throughout its defined warranty period, assuming workload and operating conditions remain within specifications.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP is critical because it helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected power interruptions, reducing corruption risk and improving reliability in enterprise environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 1 or RAID 10 is generally recommended for database and business-critical workloads, as they provide redundancy and strong performance. RAID 5 may be used when capacity efficiency is a higher priority.